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TOPIK 6noun

명문

myeongmun

명문이 · 명문을

well-written prose, fine piece of writing

Example

그의 연설문은 지금도 명문으로 꼽혀요.

His speech is still regarded as a fine piece of writing.

Word parts

명 famous문 writing

Literally 'famous writing.'

Good to know

명문 also means 'prestigious school or family' (名門), as in 명문대; context tells you which.